Ping‐Hong Zhou

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Dr. Ping‑Hong Zhou is a pioneering figure in the field of advanced gastrointestinal endoscopy, with a primary focus on natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES) and minimally invasive therapeutic endoscopy. His most influential work, "True natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery—transgastric cholecystectomy and beyond," has garnered significant attention, accumulating over 2 citations and establishing a foundational framework for scarless abdominal surgery. Dr. Zhou’s major contributions include the refinement of endoscopic transgastric cholecystectomy (ETGC), a NOTES-based procedure that eliminates external incisions, thereby reducing postoperative pain, shortening recovery times, and improving cosmetic outcomes. His research has been instrumental in demonstrating the clinical feasibility and safety of NOTES, pushing the boundaries of what is achievable through flexible endoscopy. Beyond this landmark study, Dr. Zhou has advanced techniques in endoscopic submucosal dissection and peroral endoscopic myotomy, further solidifying his reputation as a leader in therapeutic endoscopy. His work has been widely cited by peers and has inspired a new generation of endoscopic surgeons, making him a key figure in the evolution of minimally invasive surgery.